Project Objectives

I. Transfer Of Know-How

The fundamental requirement enabling sustainable development of mini hydro power projects is a comprehensive technical competence to identify, plan, implement and commission schemes fulfilling certain technical standards. The first of four main-objectives in the current project phase is to continue providing technical support and know-how to the MHP equipment suppliers and contractors facilitating independent implementation of projects.

II. Facilitate Access To Funding

Despite the improving economic environment for renewable energy projects in Indonesia, access to project finance through the Indonesian banking sector is extremely difficult. The second objective of MHPP aims to address this problem by establishing access to suitable sources of financing for mini hydro power projects.

III. Support Income Generating End-Uses

The provision of an energy source in rural areas besides improving the basic living conditions of the communities should also support economic development contributing to poverty alleviation. The third objective of MHPP is therefore to support implementation of exemplary mini hydro power projects linked to productive end-uses stimulating income generation in the respective locations.

IV. Encourage Networking And Experience Sharing

The fourth objective is through various media, disseminate the experiences of the project to as broad an audience as possible at national, ASEAN-wide and international levels.

As foreign direct investments (FDI) are the most important source of finance for developing countries, an additional objective of the project is to identify and initiate appropriate "Public Private Partnerships" (PPP). PPPs are projects combining private business interests with governmental developmental goals in a way that supports both partners in fulfilling their objectives more efficiently.

For European businesses and their sister companies abroad MHPP provides an infrastructure in the field, regional and sector know-how, contacts to Government authorities, NGOs, other relevant institutions, as well as experience in planning, consulting and project implementation.

In exchange we would expect long-term commitments for economic engagement, transfer of know-how and human resource development from prospective European partners. We would be happy to receive your ideas.